Manager, Total Rewards

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Manager, Total Rewards serves as an integral member of the Total Rewards’ Corporate Compensation and Corporate Benefits teams acting as the strategic business partner for the Lifestyle, Professional, and New Ventures Business Units developing and educating stakeholders on rewards philosophies. The position is the subject matter expert for compensation and plays a key supporting role for benefits. At the direction of the Total Rewards COE, you will manage and lead identified Total Rewards projects including: designing, deploying and executing the long term strategic compensation program roadmaps, harmonizing compensation and benefits programs when applicable, simplifying current annual processes, ensuring pay equity and pay transparency compliance, while leading all compensation based initiatives. You will be responsible for understanding the Total Rewards goals of each business unit, supporting the impacts, issues and requirements of compensation and benefits to help achieve the broader Total Rewards strategy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• For the business units lead the implementation of Total Rewards priorities, aligned with the Company's objectives, initiatives and budget guidelines

• Proactively provide compensation and benefits consultation to the business and HR teams on relevant topics including market competitiveness, total remuneration/benchmarking studies, market trends and best practices, and legislative, tax and social changes that impact current programs

• Manage global projects involving design-to-delivery of Total Rewards initiatives, including change management, communications and closely managing the relationship with the business through both operations and human resources

• Provide compensation and benefits expertise in developing competitive offer packages and compelling offer models for internal and external candidates to better understand their potential total rewards

• Partner with Finance to ensure that appropriate financial controls are in place for all merit-based and incentive-based compensation programs, and in evaluating and analyzing cost implications of current and proposed rewards plans

• Collaborate with Legal and other internal stakeholders as needed to ensure compliance with local laws, regulations and contractual obligations

• Optimize systems and technology in support of advancing compensation and benefit program administration and analytics impacting the business

• Conduct regular gap-to-market assessments of total rewards positioning relative to the competitive market and lead annual processes including but not limited to compensation and benefits surveys, pay for performance and benefits enrollment

• Establish and maintain relationships with compensation and benefit organizations, outside consultants and vendors, and leading Rewards practitioners on best practice approaches, market trends and strategy

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree

• 5-8 years of relevant experience in the analysis and design of compensation and benefit programs

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Advanced degree is preferred (MBA, Masters in HR, Finance or related discipline)

• CCP and/or CEBS or related designations are highly desirable

• Thorough understanding of compensation & benefit budgets and funding requirements

• Knowledge of compensation and benefits laws and regulations to drive strategy, philosophy, and compliance efforts

• Demonstrated understanding of business cycles and needs

• Self-directed and able to manage multiple programs and projects simultaneously 

• Excellent analytical and diagnostic problem-solving skills; highly proficient in Excel

• Proven experience in the design and use of compensation and benefits tools and technology

• Experience with global compensation and benefits is highly desirable

• Experience working in highly matrixed governance model

• Ability to drive for results and achieve goals through direct/indirect influence

• Strong relationship building, interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)

• Strong knowledge of total rewards practices in Consumer Goods industry highly desirable

• Experience with M&A and designing programs across business units

• Experience with Workday and Payfactors are preferred

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Full-Time, reporting into U.S. Corporate Headquarters

• Travel: 10% of the time

• Remote work is available once a week for eligible employees

• This role is eligible for domestic relocation

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we’re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more.

Inclusion & Diversity

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to [email protected]. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster for more information.